My before/after (though not quite done yet)

contingencyplan
contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
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A few friends have asked me to post pics of before/after. So here:

me-summer2009-1.jpg

me-summer2009-2.jpg

Taken 4th of July, 2009. Weight at the time was ~325 lbs. I had already lost about 10 lbs when these pics were taken.

seanatgym2-17-2012.jpg

Taken 17th of February, 2012. Weight at the time was about ~225 lbs. I have since lost another ~10 lbs or so and lost another pants size while adding some noticeable arm muscle definition.

*EDIT* Okay, seriously, I'm using the proper link code for forums and no pic pink. WTF?
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  • thatblueyedchic
    thatblueyedchic Posts: 128 Member
    A few friends have asked me to post pics of before/after. So here:

    me-summer2009-1.jpg

    me-summer2009-2.jpg

    Taken 4th of July, 2009. Weight at the time was ~325 lbs. I had already lost about 10 lbs when these pics were taken.

    seanatgym2-17-2012.jpg

    Taken 17th of February, 2012. Weight at the time was about ~225 lbs. I have since lost another ~10 lbs or so and lost another pants size while adding some noticeable arm muscle definition.

    Fixed the photos for you! :-) You need to keep the img tags lowercase. You look great!!!! ;-)
  • BrettPGH
    BrettPGH Posts: 4,716 Member
    Dude that is AMAZING! SO proud of you! Keep up the hard work and enjoy the bike!
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    Thanks! And how come the photos didn't work for me? O.o
  • thatblueyedchic
    thatblueyedchic Posts: 128 Member
    The img tags have to be lowercase. It's very picky
  • starla5881
    starla5881 Posts: 190 Member
    That is phenomenal! You look great!
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    The img tags have to be lowercase. It's very picky

    Ahh thanks. Now I know!
  • thatblueyedchic
    thatblueyedchic Posts: 128 Member
    The img tags have to be lowercase. It's very picky

    Ahh thanks. Now I know!

    No problem!
  • annokoye
    annokoye Posts: 125 Member
    You look awesome, Great job!!!
  • macpatti
    macpatti Posts: 4,280 Member
    Look at you!!!!! You look great!!!
  • nanoonka
    nanoonka Posts: 1 Member
    That's awesome! Congratulations! :)
  • thomassd1969
    thomassd1969 Posts: 564 Member
    awesome you are an inspiration
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    Thank you. I did it by using autistic obsession/one track mind to work for me. =)
  • goblynn
    goblynn Posts: 148 Member
    your transformation is amazing.. my hats off to you and all your hard work. :)
  • macpatti
    macpatti Posts: 4,280 Member
    Thank you. I did it by using autistic obsession/one track mind to work for me. =)

    That's what we're trying to get David to work on. He turned 12 in February so he can lift weights now (per doctor). We're hoping to use his "autism obssessive behavior" for working out!
  • genuinelyfrans
    genuinelyfrans Posts: 584
    Sean, this is fantastic progress, amazing job :)
  • court211006
    court211006 Posts: 81
    FREAKING AWESOME JOB!
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    Thank you. I did it by using autistic obsession/one track mind to work for me. =)

    That's what we're trying to get David to work on. He turned 12 in February so he can lift weights now (per doctor). We're hoping to use his "autism obssessive behavior" for working out!

    I recommend use of a suspension trainer. It allows for him to perform bodyweight exercises that lead to the same neurological sensory stimulation as his stimming. That's why I was able to stick with it. My favorite exercises to do on it are combination squat/row because it almost perfectly simulates the repetitive rocking stimming I do.
  • AirCircleI
    AirCircleI Posts: 334 Member
    wow - what an amazing change!!! You are looking fantastic!!
  • gemmaldavies
    gemmaldavies Posts: 379
    u look amazing. well done :o))
  • rexzmumu
    rexzmumu Posts: 95 Member
    wow, you have done AWESOME!
  • macpatti
    macpatti Posts: 4,280 Member
    I recommend use of a suspension trainer. It allows for him to perform bodyweight exercises that lead to the same neurological sensory stimulation as his stimming. That's why I was able to stick with it. My favorite exercises to do on it are combination squat/row because it almost perfectly simulates the repetitive rocking stimming I do.

    That would explain why he prefers a couple of the machines that "rock" when he uses them. We'll definitely get him a suspension trainer. Thanks for the advice!
  • mznisaelaine
    mznisaelaine Posts: 2,262 Member
    OMGosh!!! You look so fantastic!!!! I am so happy for you! You look amazing! Congrats! You are such an inspiration! :flowerforyou:
  • prshacklock74
    prshacklock74 Posts: 5
    Wow! Great job! You look awesome!
  • auroranflash
    auroranflash Posts: 3,569 Member
    Fantastic work. You should be more than proud... :)
  • almc170
    almc170 Posts: 1,093 Member
    Wow, amazing transformation!! Great job!!!
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    I recommend use of a suspension trainer. It allows for him to perform bodyweight exercises that lead to the same neurological sensory stimulation as his stimming. That's why I was able to stick with it. My favorite exercises to do on it are combination squat/row because it almost perfectly simulates the repetitive rocking stimming I do.

    That would explain why he prefers a couple of the machines that "rock" when he uses them. We'll definitely get him a suspension trainer. Thanks for the advice!

    No problem! Avoid the TRX one. It's extremely overpriced for what you get (about $200) and people have said that it only lasts about a year before the adjustment cams on it start slipping. The one I started out with was the Lifeline Jungle Gym XT which costs a lot less ($90 I think) and the one I now use is the CrossCore 180 (about $250). If you're willing to spend the money on the CrossCore I highly recommend it, but if price is concern you can't go wrong with the Jungle Gym XT.
  • horseloverdawn
    horseloverdawn Posts: 16 Member
    Very inspirational! thanks for sharing :-)
  • macpatti
    macpatti Posts: 4,280 Member
    No problem! Avoid the TRX one. It's extremely overpriced for what you get (about $200) and people have said that it only lasts about a year before the adjustment cams on it start slipping. The one I started out with was the Lifeline Jungle Gym XT which costs a lot less ($90 I think) and the one I now use is the CrossCore 180 (about $250). If you're willing to spend the money on the CrossCore I highly recommend it, but if price is concern you can't go wrong with the Jungle Gym XT.

    Thanks!
  • KyleB65
    KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
    WTG- Awesome transformation!

    Congrats on the results!
  • ammossrn
    ammossrn Posts: 43
    wow!!! u look amazing!

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